Lead Planner/Scheduler - Hybrid Role in Cork

Overview

PM Group in Cork is expanding its highly experienced Planning team, boasting over 200 years of combined expertise, as it prepares for several large-scale projects. We invite applications for a senior-level Lead Planner/Scheduler to join this distinguished group and contribute to managing complex project scheduling across a variety of initiatives with long-term career prospects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee large, complex process projects exceeding €100 million in value.
• Lead the Planning project team and provide mentorship to new employees and recent graduates.
• Deliver effective scheduling throughout all design phases, construction, and commissioning stages.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with clients to ensure alignment of objectives and successful project outcomes.
• Define project goals in partnership with clients and ensure timelines and targets are achieved.
• Execute projects adhering to established Quality and Management systems.
• Create and manage detailed project schedules and utilize project controls tools effectively.
• Identify project milestones, provide monitoring, and report performance regularly.
• Facilitate Interactive Planning Workshops as chair or host.
• Develop and analyze critical path schedules to guide project execution.
• Collaborate closely with project management teams, providing routine schedule performance status updates.
• Determine resource requirements necessary for project scheduling.
• Design and distribute tools that support target completion of project objectives.
• Provide performance reports to identify variance and recommend corrective measures.

Candidate Requirements

Applicants must have substantial experience supporting pharmaceutical projects and a comprehensive understanding of the capital project lifecycle phases specific to the pharmaceutical industry.

Why Choose PM Group?

• Engage in continuous professional development through challenging projects that promote skill enhancement and career progression.
• Benefit from international exposure by collaborating with global teams and undertaking worldwide projects to broaden professional and cultural horizons.
• Join an employee-owned firm fostering a culture of shared responsibility and an inclusive work atmosphere.
• Work within a company that promotes innovation and flexible approaches to problem-solving and business growth.

Additional Information

The position is based in PM Group's Cork office with hybrid working options available. PM Group is dedicated to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process and supports candidates with disabilities by offering reasonable accommodations upon request.